After the huge success of Kantara, Rishab Shetty returns with the grand prequel Kantara: Chapter 1. Unveiled on his birthday, the first-look poster shows him as a fierce, axe-wielding warrior amid flames, sparking major buzz online.

Set for release on October 2, 2025, the film expands its reach with a Bengali version for the first time. Currently in production, the Hombale Films project, with music by Ajaneesh Loknath, blends mythology, folklore, and epic visuals. More updates are on the way.